Did you know that problem-solving skills consistently rank in the top three abilities employers look for, regardless of industry or position? According to LinkedIn’s 2019 Global Talent Trends research, 92% of talent professionals report that soft skills are equally or more important than technical skills when making hiring decisions, with problem-solving being among the most…
You’re sailing through your interview until it happens – the interviewer looks you in the eye and asks, “Where do you see yourself in five years?” Suddenly, your mind fills with competing thoughts. Should you mention that executive role you’ve been dreaming about? Play it safe with something vague about “growing with the company”? Or…
The interview is going smoothly until the hiring manager leans forward and asks, “Tell me about a time you led a team.” Your mind races – was it that group project from college? The time you organized the office volunteer day? Or do you admit that you’ve never officially managed anyone? Leadership questions appear in…
You’re sailing through your interview until it happens – the interviewer leans forward and asks, “Why should we hire you?” Suddenly, your mind goes blank. Do you recite your resume? Talk about your passion for the industry? Or just hope they’ll figure it out from the rest of the conversation? When interviewers ask, “Why should…
Did you know that failing to negotiate your salary effectively can cost you $5,000-$15,000 in annual compensation? According to salary negotiation expert Patrick McKenzie, “over the next ten years, the value of $5,000 a year extra salary is close to $100k gross, and the value of $15,000 a year extra is over $100k even net…
You’ve just been asked about a time you faced a significant challenge at work. Your mind races, grabbing at random details as you cobble together a rambling response that somehow mentions three different projects, five coworkers, and ends with a vague “…so yeah, we got it done.” The interviewer nods politely, makes a quick note,…
According to workplace research, employees spend an average of 2.1 hours per week dealing with conflict, costing employers approximately $359 billion in paid hours annually. No wonder hiring managers are obsessed with your conflict resolution skills! In fact, this question appears in 63% of behavioral interviews, making it the most commonly asked behavioral question across…
You’re sailing through your interview when suddenly the hiring manager asks, “What would you say is your greatest weakness?” Your heart sinks. Answer too honestly, and you might talk yourself out of a job. Give a clichéd response, and you’ll seem dishonest. According to research, over 67% of interviews include questions about weaknesses, making this…
Do you freeze up when an interviewer asks about your greatest strengths? You’re not alone. According to research, over 63% of hiring managers include competency-based questions like this in interviews, making it one of the most commonly asked questions you’ll face during your job search. While this question seems straightforward, it trips up countless candidates…
You’ve researched the company, practiced your elevator pitch, picked out the perfect outfit, and still—that wave of panic hits when the interviewer asks a question you weren’t expecting. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. According to a study by JDP, 93% of Americans experience anxiety related to job interviews, with unexpected questions ranking as one of…
